Overview Overview Morton neuroma may be caused by pressure on the affected nerve. High-heeled and narrow shoes usually worsen symptoms.
Overview Morton neuroma may be caused by pressure on the affected nerve. High-heeled and narrow shoes usually worsen symptoms.
Symptoms Symptoms Morton neuroma causes a sharp, burning pain in the bottom of the forefoot, usually behind the third and fourth toes. The nearby toes may have pain, tingling or numbness.
Symptoms Morton neuroma causes a sharp, burning pain in the bottom of the forefoot, usually behind the third and fourth toes. The nearby toes may have pain, tingling or numbness.
Treatments Treatments Treatment starts with wearing low-heeled shoes with wide toe boxes and using inserts that cushion the forefoot. Ice packs and nonprescription pain medicine may relieve pain. Other treatments include corticosteroid shots and surgery.
Treatments Treatment starts with wearing low-heeled shoes with wide toe boxes and using inserts that cushion the forefoot. Ice packs and nonprescription pain medicine may relieve pain. Other treatments include corticosteroid shots and surgery.